Public and family programs during the school holidays at the National Portrait Gallery, Canberra Drawn in Draw to live music in the Gordon Darling HallAll materials provided10.30am – 12.30pmAs famous as the moon Jazz trio: double bass, Guitar, saxophoneWednesday 26 JanuaryHayley Bullock Violinist Sunday 27 February Family days out All children must be accompaniedPortrail: A journey Through p...

Head to the beach this holiday and fill your days with waves, BBQ lunches, beach games & laughs! Our all day surf camps are available in 1, 2 ,3 and 4 day packages for kids aged 9- 17 years old. Our fully accredited and friendly surf instructors chose the safest surf break of the day according to surf and weather forecasts to ensure optimal surfing conditions. Surf camp lessons take place...

Move over Rudolf, Santa’s got a new sleigh! So bring the whole family along for a Christmas treat onboard the Santa Shuttles which depart on the 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December. The Silver Bullet Railmotor departs for the North Pole from the historic Old Gympie Railway Station in Tozer Street at 6:30pm, 7:00pm, 7:30pm and 8:00pm.The price is $4 per person (includes Adults and Children). So ...

Free holiday activity for CHILDREN with disabilities and their families at National Museum of Australia Guided exhibition tour and music workshop Wed 27 & Thu 28 April 2011The National Museum of Australia, in collaboration with Music For Everyone, invites children with disabilities and their families, to visit the Museum for a unique holiday activity, free of charge. Participants will enjoy a ...

Theatre of Image: School Holiday Theatre Performance Little Beauty Performances Commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery, Little Beauty is a playful theatrical journey depicting the desire to capture beauty and immortalise it in portraiture. Created by Kim Carpenter’s Theatre of Image, Sydney’s multi-award-winning company, this vivid forty-minute performance is for children and famili...

School Holiday Activities At Tidbinbilla Reptile and Frog tour at Tidbinbilla  2.00-2.30pm   Join a Wildlife Officer to meet some of Tidbinbilla’s reptiles and frogs. Learn about the Corroboree Frog breeding program and the work the reserve is doing to help save this critically endangered species.   Meet at the Visitor Centre. Park Entry fees apply. No bookings required. Enquiries: 62...

School Holiday Activities At Tidbinbilla PLATYPUS WALK 3-4pm (Every Sunday except 26 September and 10 October) Have you ever seen a platypus in the wild? Why not take a walk with a Ranger through Tidbinbilla’s wetlands in search of this elusive animal. It’s a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon in this serene environment. Meet the Ranger at Black Flats car park, Tidbinbilla. Bring your b...

School Holiday Activities At Tidbinbilla

Enjoy a traditional Aussie bush experience. Cook damper on an open fire and wash it down with real billy tea.

Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Time and Dates: 11-12 on Thursday 30 September, and 7 October

$5 per head plus entry fees apply.

Bookings essential on 6205 1233.

Kids Day Out! Wednesday 12 JanuarySaturday 22 JanuaryTuesday 1 February  Bring the kids to Tahune AirWalk for a fun day designed just for them. Many special activities will be available including face painting, Eagle Hang Glide, a sausage sizzle and a treasure hunt.Join our guides for a fun tour discovering the magic of the forest.Please make bookings in advance as soon as possible so that you don...

The National Zoo & Aquarium - CanberraThe Family TourThis interactive tour is designed with younger children in mind, and for mums and dads to enjoy with their kids! Come face to face with creatures both great and small. Join this fun family adventure that is sure to thrill both young and old! Feel the warm breath of a giraffe on your face, experience the rush of looking a big cat in the eye.E...